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The traditional Bahama bed design consists of two twin beds in an L-configuration against one wall with a Parson's table that spans the width of one of the beds in the corner. It gives the impression of a bed and a small couch, with the capability of making a second bed, which pulls from underneath the table when needed for overnight guests. This configuration works best in small rooms to provide more floor space.

Bahama Bed Configuration

Other configurations include setting a table in the corner at bed height, with both beds abutted against it. The table works for a lamp, an alarm clock or reading material. Nowadays, you'll mostly find the L-configuration with a table or cube set in the corner for lighting, with cubby storage underneath in a children or teen's room. All you need to configure the beds in this arrangement is a square table unit that equals the beds' width measurement.

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As a native Californian, artist, journalist and published author, Laurie Brenner began writing professionally in 1975. She has written for newspapers, magazines, online publications and sites. Brenner graduated from San Diego's Coleman College.